Waiting for labour to start can feel like one of the longest parts of pregnancy, especially when your due date has come and gone. If you're wondering why labour hasn't started yet, you're not alone. In this blog, I explain what actually triggers labour, why your baby might not be ready to arrive just yet, and why a due date is only ever an estimate.

Wondering how to prepare for birth? With so much information available, it can be difficult to know where to start. In this blog, I share 10 practical tips to help you feel informed, confident and ready for labour. From understanding your birth options and creating flexible birth preferences to preparing your birth partner and planning for the postnatal period, you'll discover simple ways to approach birth with greater calm and confidence.